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Element 970 RSL
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with high-end components.
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$5,299| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 120mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 34 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance Elite |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Groupset | XTR, XT |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The Rocky Mountain Element is celebrated for its lightweight, stiff carbon frame and efficient, race-tuned suspension, making it a standout in the cross-country category. Its adjustable Ride-9 geometry and pedaling-friendly suspension cater to both climbing efficiency and technical terrain handling. While it excels in speed and efficiency, some reviews note a trade-off in playfulness and cockpit clutter.
Lightweight, stiff carbon frame
Adjustable Ride-9 geometry for versatile performance
Efficient, race-tuned suspension
Good handling in technical terrain
Internal cable routing for dropper post and other accessories
Planted feel reduces playfulness
Cluttered cockpit with bar-mounted lockout lever
Shock can feel overwhelmed on long descents
The Rocky Mountain Element has long been a bike with a racer-like disposition
BIKE MagazineThe new geo moves the bike into more 'all mountain' and 'marathon' segments without watering down the XC performance it’s known for.
BikerumorRocky Mountain has done a great job keeping the weight down
Canadian Cycling MagazineThis new Element is a full-on XC marathon weapon, but with the confidence of a trail bike.
BikeRadarThe Element is fast, stiff, and incredibly nimble.
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Oct 2017 · Saris Mercanti
Rocky Mountain’s new Element BC Edition is an XC race bike that’s fully embraced the benefits of trail-oriented geometry and components. - Mtbr.com
Apr 2017 · Matt Stetson
A cross country bike that fears no trail
Mar 2017 · Russell Eich
An insanely fast, XC race bike that's eager to take on the technical lines. Buy if you have deep pockets and want an insanely fast, trail-bike capable Canadian singletrack missile
Crazy fast, wonderfully capable, carbon everywhere, stout Fox 34 fork, Reverb dropper post, SRAM Eagle
Delicate Ikon tires, Valor wheels overwhelmed, costs more than most used cars
Jan 2017 · McCoy
A lightweight bike to rip your local trails
Nov 2016 · Tyler Benedict
A few years ago, I had the Rocky Mountain Element in for long term review and applauded its go-fast manners and ability to handle Pisgah’s rough descents at high speeds. For 2017, the Canadian brand embraced their North Shore roots with updated geometry and linkage and increased travel to make it a little more capable. This latest model now …
Sep 2014 · Dirt HQ
The Rocky Mountain Element 999 RSL looks ideal for the rider who likes to rip up the hills as quickly as coming down them...
Jul 2014
This bike tears up technical climbs with a relentless agility, and is almost as remorseless on steep descents filled with rocks, roots and sizeable drops–despite having a steepish 70.6-degree headtube angle.
| Frame | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon C13 Frame. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 34 Float Performance Elite 120mm Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Remote Performance Elite 100mm Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face Cinch BB92 Press Fit |
| Headset | FSA Orbit NO.57E |
| Stem | Rocky Mountain AM |
| Handlebar | Race Face Turbine 760mm |
| Saddle | WTB Silverado Race |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Lock On XC |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XTR |
|---|---|
| Crank | Race Face Turbine Cinch 32T |
| Shifters | Shimano XT |
| Cassette | Shimano XT 11-46T |
| Chain | Shimano HG-700 |
| Brakes | Shimano XT 180/160mm Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano XT |
| Rims | Stan's ZTR Crest MK3 Tubeless Ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | WTB 1.8-1.6 |
| Front Hub | Rocky Mountain Boost 15mm |
| Rear Hub | SUNringlé SRC Boost 148mm |
| Tires | Maxxis Ikon 29 x 2.2 Maxx Speed TR |
First added September 9
Last updated April 14
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